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Itinerary and Overviews:

> DAY 1: (Arrive Aswan) (View Hotel Options)

Aswan, Egypt's sunniest southern city and ancient frontier town located about 81 miles south of Luxor, has a distinctively African atmosphere. Its ancient Egyptian name was Syene.  Small enough to walk around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile, the pace of life is slow and relaxing. Days can be spent strolling up and down the broad Corniche watching the sailboats etch the sky with their tall masts or sitting in floating restaurants listening to Nubian music and eating freshly caught fish.

In Aswan the Nile is at its most beautiful, flowing through amber desert and granite rocks, round emerald islands covered in palm groves and tropical plants. Explore the souk, full of the scent and color of spices, perfumes, scarves and baskets. View the spectacular sunsets while having tea on the terrace of the Old Cataract Hotel (Named due to the location of the Nile's first cataract located here). Aswan has been a favorite winter resort since the beginning of the nineteenth century, and it's still a perfect place to get away from it all.

Every night Nubian dancers and musicians perform in the Cultural Center, just off the Corniche. Folklore troupes recreate scenes from village life and perform the famous Nubian mock stick-fight dances.

> DAY 2: (aswan, abu simbel with air)

Our representative will assist and escort you to Aswan airport for your flight to Abu Simbel. Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II and the temple of his beloved queen, Nefertari. After visiting this impressive site, you will be transferred back to Abu Simbel airport for your flight to  Aswan. (B, L)

The two Temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. They reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom. The Egyptian government and UNESCO decided to co-operate in order to save these temples from the flood. The Temple of Ramsses II was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and to Ramsses II himself. The great Abu Simbel temple is also called The Sun Temple of Ramssess II.The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also Called Temple of Hathor who was the wife of the Sun God so in a symbolic way, the two Temples, that of Ramsses II and that of Nefertari, bring Ramesses II, Nefertari, Hathor and the Sun God together as one.

> DAY 3 - 4: (aswan, philae sound & light)

Have you ever wondered what life have been thousands years ago? You will know about them through the creation of sound and light shows. Evening transfer to see an island where the Philae is situated to attend the fascinating Sound and Light Show.

Evening transfer to see an island where Philae Temple is situated to attend the fascinating Sound and Light Show. Because of the location of the Temple on an island, we have to take a boat to get to the site. Since early century, the site of Philae was flooded for six months each year. An incredible restoration program was undertaken in the 1960s, and the Temple was moved stone by stone to a higher elevation. Our show is an extraordinary voice and light by walking through the site's temples and gardens, with full narration explaining the legend of Isis, to whom the temple is dedicated. Transfer to your hotel.  (B, L)

> DAY 4: (aswan)

Day at Leisure. (B, L)

> DAY 5: (Departure)

Breakfast and transfer to Airport for departure. (B)

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Egypt is most easily reached by international air to Cairo. A valid passport is required for US and Canadian citizens to travel to Egypt.  Travelers can obtain a renewable 30-day tourist visa at any port of entry, except at Taba and Rafah, for approximately $16 fee, payable in U.S. dollars. Visitors arriving overland must obtain a visa prior to arrival. For additional entry requirements, U.S. citizens may contact: http://www.mfa.gov.eg or Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008,  (202) 895-5400  or the Egyptian consulates also in: New York, NY; Chicago, IL 60611; Houston, TX; San Francisco, CA. The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee).

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